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… Pap test? Most abnormal Pap tests are caused by HPV infections. Other types of infection—such as those caused by … wire loop to cut out abnormal cervical cells. Cryotherapy, which destroys abnormal cervical cells by freezing them. Laser therapy, which uses a laser beam to destroy abnormal …
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… 2018 HealthLink BC File number 08d Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document English Document … of alcohol Having a weakened immune system (e.g., chemotherapy, HIV) A healthy lifestyle, such as a good diet, … sex. Talk to your health care provider about suppressive therapy (taking an antiviral drug every day) to help prevent …
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… tempt you away from your goals. Remember, there is no perfect time so pick your day to quit now. 3. Choose your quit … help you quit smoking. Methods include Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), prescription medications and counselling. 4. … of nicotine withdrawal as this happens. Learn what to expect and how you can make it better. For example, …
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… (tendinopathy)? Tendons are the tough fibres that connect muscle to bone. A tendon injury (tendinopathy) occurs … pain medicines. Your doctor may also suggest physiotherapy. For a severe or long-lasting injury, your doctor … help to relieve pain, your doctor may: Prescribe physiotherapy. Use a steroid shot to relieve pain and swelling. …
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… to find out whether a medicine or treatment is safe and effective for treating a certain condition or disease. Clinical … the new medicine, a medicine that is considered standard therapy, or a placebo. That means that a computer is used to … the new medicine, a medicine that is considered standard therapy, or a placebo. That means that a computer is used to …
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… or slumping, or being in positions that put pressure directly on an existing pressure injury. Try to keep the head … vessels and new tissue to grow. Negative-pressure wound therapy (sometimes called "vacuum-assisted closure"). A … vessels and new tissue to grow. Negative-pressure wound therapy (sometimes called "vacuum-assisted closure"). A …
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… heart failure are not closely followed. Medicine and diet therapy are most effective when used together in the treatment of heart failure. … heart failure are not closely followed. Medicine and diet therapy are most effective when used together in the …
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… Overview Ear pain in children may be a sign of an infection in the space behind the eardrum (middle ear). Ear … that suppress the immune system like steroids or chemotherapy, or natural health products can cause symptoms or … of conditions. Medicines taken after organ transplant. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer. Not having a …
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… as diabetic retinopathy . Red eyes that may be caused by infection, inflammation, or tumours. Uveitis . Macular … that suppress the immune system like steroids or chemotherapy, or natural health products can cause symptoms or … which may be used to treat a variety of conditions. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer. Other medicines …
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… The lining of the eye is usually clear. If irritation or infection occurs, the lining gets red and swollen. Pink eye is … that suppress the immune system like steroids or chemotherapy, or natural health products can cause symptoms or … which may be used to treat a variety of conditions. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer. Other medicines …
